The Invocation Game
Explore the advanced features of Java 9's invokedynamic and method handle invocation in this 47-minute Devoxx conference talk. Dive deep into the expanded capabilities of the Java compiler, including string concatenation improvements and enhanced support for building method handle combinator chains. Learn about the new VarHandles for improved atomic access and understand how these core features are utilized by the Java platform, frameworks, and Java-based languages. Gain insights into the foundations of future enhancements and experiments, such as Project Panama's proposed native method invocation. Discover the potential future features of Java as explained by experts Paul Sandoz and John Rose. Acquire a high-level understanding of these critical features and their importance for current and future Java platforms, essential knowledge for developers working with advanced Java concepts.